Making a Resolution to Stay Safe from Accidents

Posted By Halperin Law Center || 16-Jan-2017

A new year brings us all an opportunity to approach and handle situations
better than we used to before. This means anticipating the things could
be harmful or dangerous to us, rethinking how we encounter situations,
and having better plans in place to protect ourselves if something should go awry.

Halperin Law Center has helped numerous clients resolve personal injury and civil liability
matters. With more than 25 years of experience under our belts, we have
an idea of how to handle a potentially distressing situation and help
our clients come out on top.

Tips for Protecting Yourself from an Accident

You deserve to know what your legal rights are. If anyone has caused an
accident, you have been a victim of harassment, abuse, or violence, and you were
hurt as a result, you have every right to hold those individuals accountable
for their actions. You do not have to stay silent, and you certainly do
not have to suffer on your own. As legal counselors serving Richmond and
the surrounding areas, we are wholeheartedly dedicated to justice.

Based on the types of incidents that we have seen day in and day out. Some
of the most common are car accidents that arise due to many different
scenarios. We would like to offer some advice on ways you can protect
yourself and your loved ones this year.

Always have a designated driver. Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of auto collisions in Virginia.
Make the right choice—have a designated driver at all times.

Serve non-alcohol beverages. If you are hosting a party, have other options for your guests beyond
the common alcoholic choices. Everyone can mingle with a drink in hand—it
doesn’t have to be alcohol.

Watch for signs of erratic drivers. Drivers who are drifting in and out of lanes, tailgating, swerving, or
overstepping the boundaries may be drunk, driving drowsy, or worse.

Keep your eyes fixated on the road. Don’t forget to look into all of your mirrors periodically, so
that you have a full survey of the road.

Always practice defensive driving. Do not assume that others will stop for you, be kind, or obey the rules
of the road.

Be aware of your surroundings. Remember that most accidents can be prevented. If you can anticipate
an accident before it happens, then you can take steps to protect yourself as well.

These pieces of advice only scratch the surface on how you can be safe
from an accident. They are an important reminder, also, that we cannot
always trust that another driver is going to do the right thing. Sadly,
this is why accidents occur. Fortunately, there is a way you can find
peace of mind after you have been hurt in a serious accident. Our
Richmond car accident lawyers are here to help you!

To see how we can help, please read more about the types of car accident
cases we can handle. We can also sit down with you during a
free case evaluation to address any questions you might have. Call us today at (804) 220-0223.

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